Polyester string pricing(Selected strings listed in order of string stiffness. Prices include string, labor, and taxes. See footnotes for additional information.)
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Luxilon ALU Power Rough
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characteristics
A textured version of ALU Power (see below) designed to grip the ball for increased spin. Not quite as durable as ALU Power, but still a very durable string. Choice of Federer (used as hybrid with natural gut).
Stiffness Index: 240 Tension Loss: 18.98 |
guage16L
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mm1.25
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price$40
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Luxilon M2 Pro
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Luxilon M2 Pro offers the advantages of a multifilament and a monofilament combined in a single string. Providing variable flex, M2 offers more control on hard shots, while supplying more comfort on softer shots.
Stiffness Index: 240 Tension Loss: 18.98 |
16L
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1.25
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$40
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Babolat Pro Hurricane
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Polyester based
durability string designed to meet the needs of top tournament players.
To improve feel and comfort, Babolat utilized a material called Xtrem Futur Polymer. The
result is a high-performance string with unparalleled flexibility, that maximizes ball spin, and is one of the softer polys in the Babolat line.
Stiffness Index: 241 Tension Loss: 13.61 |
16
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1.30
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$34
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Luxilon ALU Power
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Combines great durability with impressive power and good control. The durable and control oriented response of Luxilon ALU-Power and other Luxilon co-polyester strings has revolutionized professional tennis. By far the most popular choice on the ATP Tour, Luxilon's co-polyester monofilament construction allows a player to take full cuts at the ball without any loss of control. Players with fast swing speeds also tend to find these strings very spin friendly.
Stiffness Index: 242 Tension Loss: 17.13 |
16L
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1.25
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$40
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Luxilon 4G
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Extremely playable co-poly with above average tension maintenance for the breed. Firm and durable with exceptional bite and control. Luxilon spent two years tweaking the molecular properties of 4G in order to extend the life of playability. Great option for players who want all the benefits of a control string without the high tension loss and impact shock that comes with some of the first generation polys. This doesn't mean it will work for players who prefer natural gut or nylon multifilaments, but it does mean that for players with long, fast strokes, Luxilon has created a very user-friendly co-poly.
Stiffness Index: 269 Tension Loss: 13.74 |
16
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1.30
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$40
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Babolat RPM Blast
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Co-poly
monofilament offering a slightly softer feel than traditional
polyesters. Ideal choice for big
hitters with heavier racquets seeking maximum control, durability, and
spin. Currently used by ATP Pros Rafael Nadal and Jo-Wilfried Tsonga, and WTA Pro Eugenie Bouchard.
Stiffness Index: 280 Tension Loss: 17.37 |
16
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1.30
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$39
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Notes:
Stiffness index is a measure of how firm a string feels upon installation. The lower the number, the softer the string; a higher number represents a stiffer feeling string. Additionally, a lower value indicates a stringbed that supplies more power, while a higher stiffness index means the player must supply the power.
Tension loss represents the total amount of string relaxation both over a defined amount of time and impact in a test environment. Values are measured in pounds, with higher values indicating a greater tension loss, and lower values represent less tension loss.
Data for Stiffness Index and Tension Loss taken from USRSA test results.
Stiffness index is a measure of how firm a string feels upon installation. The lower the number, the softer the string; a higher number represents a stiffer feeling string. Additionally, a lower value indicates a stringbed that supplies more power, while a higher stiffness index means the player must supply the power.
Tension loss represents the total amount of string relaxation both over a defined amount of time and impact in a test environment. Values are measured in pounds, with higher values indicating a greater tension loss, and lower values represent less tension loss.
Data for Stiffness Index and Tension Loss taken from USRSA test results.
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